SriLankan Airlines grapples with pilots shortage amid economic turmoil

Nearly 60 pilots have left SriLankan Airlines during the last 12 months and the airline is in the process of recruiting pilots. It has already obtained Government approval to recruit foreign pilots if required, to face the shortage, Chief Executive Officer of SriLankan Airlines, Richard Nuttall said.

Daily automated fuel price revising system from next year

In an effort to streamline the fuel dispensing process at all Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) refueling stations, the CPC has decided to introduce a daily automated price revision system starting next year.

GR to back new political party?

Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa who has maintained a stark silence since his resignation in July last year is now eyeing to recapture and strengthen his failed image through a new political party which is now led by one of his close aide’s and media owner who declared his entry into politics yesterday.

Perpetrators behind Easter Sunday attacks can be forgiven: Cardinal

Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith over the weekend stressed that the perpetrators behind the Easter Sunday bomb attacks can be forgiven if they accept responsibility and repent.

Plans afoot to establish first non-government medical faculty in SL: RW

Plans have been made to establish the first non-government medical faculty in Sri Lanka in a move to expand medical education opportunities and find solutions to the challenges posed by the shortage of doctors, President Ranil Wickremesinghe said.

Patients inconvenienced as specialist abruptly leaves Kahawatta Hospital

Patients are facing a significant setback in their healthcare as the ophthalmologist at the Kahawatta Hospital in Ratnapura has suddenly left the country, it is reported.

Health Minister survives No-Confidence Motion despite crumbling health sector

Despite the seriousness of allegations regarding the deterioration of the health service in the country with the influx of subpar medicines, corruption and frauds, Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella survived a no-confidence motion against him in Parliament yesterday.

No-Confidence Motion against Keheliya defeated

The No-Confidence Motion brought against Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella by the Opposition was defeated with a majority of 40 votes a short while ago.

Adani, Emirates, Tata interested in SriLankan Airlines: Report

The Sri Lankan government is actively exploring options for the privatisation of SriLankan Airlines (UL, Colombo International) and is engaging in talks with various private entities and airlines, according to a report by ch-aviation. Among the potential investors are well-known names such as Emirates (EK, Dubai International), Tata Sons, and the Adani Group.

Health Ministry to get tough on doctors who leave country

In the wake of the incident where the only consultant anaesthetist at the Embilipitiya District General Hospital had left the hospital without prior notice, the Health Ministry said stringent actions will be taken against doctors who travel overseas without prior notice.

Govt calls for constrained response

The government views the latest Channel 4 film as a work of drama ahead of the session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) and therefore advocates a constrained response to the allegations raised in it regarding the Easter Sunday attack, Daily Mirror learns.

Surgeries at Embilipitiya Hospital come to a halt as consultant anaesthetist leaves

Life-saving surgeries including caesarean operations at the Embilipitiya District General Hospital have been halted as the only consultant anaesthetist at the hospital had left the hospital without prior notice.

Int’l probe on Channel 4 disclosures a must: Sajith

An international-level probe on the Channel 4 disclosure over the Easter Sunday attacks is a must, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa told Parliament today.

President seeks KDU VC’s resignation after Daily Mirror expose

Following the Daily Mirror expose on May 8, under the heading ‘KDU under Scrutiny’, where allegations were levelled against Vice Chancellor Kotelawala Defence University, Maj. Gen. Milinda Peiris, President Ranil Wickremesinghe has sought for his resignation, the Presidential Secretariat told Daily Mirror.

Asia Cup Super 4s to be moved out of Colombo?

The Super 4 stage matches of the Asia Cup, which are scheduled to be played in Colombo from September 9, could be moved to a different venue, with Pallekele and Hambantota the likely alternatives.

Nandalal Weerasinghe listed among top Governors in Global Finance magazine

Global Finance magazine has released the names of Central Bank Governors who earned A+, A, or A- grades as part of the Central Banker Report Cards 2023 where Governor of Central Bank of Sri Lanka Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe has been listed under A- grade.

Visit of Indian Defence Minister deferred

The visit of the Defence Minister of India to Sri Lanka scheduled for September 2 to 3 has been deferred, the High Commission of India announced.

Government to end monopoly in drug procurement

Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella has directed the National Drug Regulatory Authority (NMRA) to put an end to the existing monopoly in the supply of certain drugs.

Sinopec offers discount of Rs. 3 per litre while CPC makes less than a rupee profit

Sinopec Energy Lanka, which recently started its business operations in Sri Lanka, is offering a discount of Rs. 3 per litre for both petrol and diesel. On the other hand, the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) is making a profit of less than a rupee from all petroleum products after the fuel price revision, according to Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera.

CPC, IOC raise fuel prices once again

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (Ceypetco) and Lanka Indian Oil Company (LIOC) have announced another round of increases in fuel prices, effective from midnight today.

Colombo braces for Meningococcal disease

In the wake of a new patient with Meningococcal disease being found from the Colombo District, the health authorities have requested people to be alert on the symptoms of the disease.

Hundreds of vehicles Illegally imported and registered Causing Rs.5Bn loss to Govt.

More than 400 vehicles had been imported to Sri Lanka in this manner and have been registered illegally

Migration of local air traffic controllers a major issue : SLATCA

Migrating of local air traffic controllers to other countries is becoming a major issue, Sri Lanka Air Traffic Controllers Association (SLATCA) said today.

’’Why should I get into deals with Ranil?’’ asks Sajith

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa denounced reports that the SJB and the UNP will merge soon while he would become the Prime Minister under Ranil Wickremesinghe if the latter wins the next Presidential election.

Meningococcal disease enters Colombo?

A patient with similar symptoms to the Meningococcal disease, which was initially detected at the Galle Prison has been reported from the Colombo district.

University dons to be charged bond fee when leaving overseas?

It has been proposed to introduce a procedure under which university dons will have to pay a bond fee when going overseas for studies and research to prevent them from remaining in those countries.

No contact history between infant and inmates who died of Meningococcal disease

Health authorities have ruled out any contact history between the eight-month-old infant who passed away with symptoms similar to Meningococcal disease and the two inmates at Galle Prison who died of the disease.

Sagara Kariyawasam says ready for legal battle with AKD

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) General Secretary MP Sagara Kariyawasam said he is ready for a legal battle with JVP leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

NPP selects AKD as next Presidential candidate

Member of Parliament Anura Kumara Dissanayake said he has been chosen as the candidate of the National People’s Power (NPP) party for the upcoming presidential election.

Sri Lanka logs highest HIV cases in single quarter

Sri Lanka has experienced a dramatic surge in HIV/AIDS cases during the second half of 2023, marking the highest number of cases reported in a single quarter since 2009.